Rutter’s announced the newly created role of Fresh and Local Category Manager to its marketing team this month. According the the company, consumers increased demand for local, fresh, and healthier products compelled them to create the position to help meet the emerging consumer needs. Rutter’s former Food Service Quality Assurance Manager, Cheri Booth, will take take on the new role.

She will report to the Director of Food Service, Ryan Krebs, and will oversee all aspects of local, fresh procurement including produce, seasonal fruits & vegetables, foodservice, snacks, beverages, beer and wine.

“We are very excited about adding this new role to the Rutter’s team. Consumers increasingly want more fresh, local, and clean label products. We think that deserves a dedicated person to make sure we are providing our customers with the highest quality local products possible. We know that Cheri will do a great job in this new role and cannot wait to see what the future holds for her and this new position,” said Ryan Krebs, director of Foodservice.